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After years of political wrangling and debates, Australia scraps 'tampon' tax

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After almost two decades of political wrangling Australia on Wednesday finally agreed to scrap its so-called "tampon tax".

When Australia introduced a Goods and Services Tax (GST) in 2000, health products such as condoms and sunscreen were exempt from the 10 percent charge, along with most foods.

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